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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1889
Page
12
In Johnston Town undertakers clash over leadership. The dispute pits rival groups against each other as they vow to return and ignore Mr. Devore amid ongoing tensions within the local funeral trade.
A Pittsburg Johnstown dispute over who directs funeral work sparked a near fistfight. W H Devore claimed State Board authority while J J Flannery led the Pittsburg contingent backed by the Chamber of Commerce. A meeting framed resolutions denying drunkenness charges and ordered work to continue under Flannery’s direction for Johnstown victims.
Rail lines curtail eastbound service to Johnstown amid crowds of sightseers and fuel shortages. Officials plan to reroute freight via Allegheny Valley and Blairsville routes while police enforce passes. refugees arrive at churches with aid from volunteers and officials.
A letter to the editor from Pirrasville calls out alleged mismanagement of the Conemaugh Valley relief money. The writer accuses a Pittsburg Philadelphia committee of diverting funds, questions distribution to Johnstown sufferers, and urges state-run sanitation and accountability to ensure equitable aid. The piece notes many donors’ hopes and fears as funds appear to benefit committees rather than the victims.
Ed Will arrived at six after searching from Johnstown for missing flood victims. He started Wednesday evening, found two bodies below Lang Hollow, helped recover others, and witnessed a boat wreck near Daker's Furnace. A heavy rescue effort with around 300 men continued along the river.
A local drive reports over four hundred thousand dollars donated to the Johns town Relief Fund with additional gifts promised. Treasurer Thom penary notes large cash receipts and lists many contributors from Pittsburgh to Buffalo and beyond. The campaign continues with further expected contributions as officials work to finalize the tallies.
Bishop Whitehead appoints Rev. Bragdon and Rev. Hicks to locate the rector of Epiggopy Church at Johns town. They, with C Craft and Booth Tyson's men, recover remains near Logast Street and the organ pipes and prayer books. The Diller family home stood opposite the Protestant Episcopal Church. only a cornerstone and wreckage remain.
The search party uncovered Lola Di nant aged 13, Mr Diller, and his wife after the roof collapsed under a heavy slate. Bricks crushed the room as a hunting case watch showed 4 38 o clock. Rev Lengdon oversaw embalming and temporary burial. News spreads via The Dispatch.
The Allegheny county G A R relief committee met to decide transferring the local fund to the state department after all posts in the state have contributed. Treasurer Danniston reported 1351 21 received and 250 pledged with several donations from local posts and individuals.
Reports detail donations and relief actions across multiple towns. Banksville and Bridgeville groups raise funds. the East End groups send supplies and volunteers. Officials coordinate mail and transport to Johnstown. individuals donate clothing, cash, and goods. a receiving station opens at West Penn Hospital and aid to families continues.
Iron workers gather for a Beaver Valley outing with 5000 attendees from Cleveland, Youngstown, New Castle and more. The day features dancing on two platforms, walking contests, and occasional whisky disturbances quelled by organizers.
Pittsburg music house Kleber & Bro. advertises sale of Steinway Conover Opera Emerson pianos and Burdette organs at low prices with long payments and warranties. The notice touts honesty, reliability, and being exclusive agents for top brands, plus specials on second hand pianos and related music goods at 966 Liberty Street Star Corner.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad adds patrol accommodations and a fast express train leaving at 6 P M arriving in Philadelphia at 45 and New York at 1045 A M with small palace sleeping cars. This runs alongside regular expresses at 6 P M and 9 20 P M.
Advertises a one week sale starting Wednesday June 5 offering furniture bedding carpets and related items, with cash or credit terms. Conducted by W. B. Morte & Co at No 60 Federal Street Allegheny. Proceeds or mentions of special inducements suggested.
An added fast express train to New York will depart at P.M. and reach Philadelphia by 7 45 A.M. and New York by 10 45 A.M. with sleeping cars. It runs in addition to regular expresses at 8 4.0 and 9 20 P.M. from the Kew B. C. B. EB. Depot at Smithfield and Water.
A new express train inaugurates service leaving Pittsburgh at 6 PM, arriving in Philadelphia at 7:45 PM and New York at 10:46 AM, featuring a palace sleeping car in addition to existing trains.
Fragmentary notice lists bargains on gloves and related items at Pitesira's 404 Wood Street. Mentions reeling sales and cabinets, with scattered references to September and Gale. The readable bits name individuals and shops but lack clear dates or amounts.
Local ad promotes cheap evaporated fruits and preserves with prices for prunes plums apricots peaches and blackberries. Urges mail orders over ten dollars with free packing within 200 miles and offers a weekly price list from 19 82 Ohio Street at Sandusky Allegheny.
A special donation sale is organized to help Great Flood victims with items at first cost. The offerings include low priced ladies wear, child dresses, undergarments, and gents furnishings. Proceeds support direct relief for many families in need at the Busy Bus Hive on Sixth and Liberty.
This pleasant hotel at Point Chautauqua New York opposite Mayville near the head of Lake Chautauqua offers 400 rooms with modern equipment for guest comfort. The grounds include croquet bowling skating and other facilities. Terms and availability are to be announced.
Upright piano and square piano with rosewood case offered at $200 and $174 respectively, both fully warranted. A fine square grand piano worth $175 in store and a G stop parlor organ in perfect order priced low. Call music store of J. M. Hoffmann & Co at 537 Smithfield Street for details.
Gaskys clothing sale offers men and youth suits priced from ten dollars upward. Each purchase includes a baseball game ticket for a recreation park event, adding value to the purchase.
Local ads tout camp chairs and seasonal goods from multiple sellers. Hoeness Nee pre 711 Liberty Seek GrypH4amMs-Anderson offer discounted items. La Perla del Fumar Key West Cigar praised. Wal. J. Farpay lists beer and bitters. Alberto cigars marketed. Tissu FammMourt awnings promoted at Penn Avenue addresses.
A selection of India silks and French wool fabrics advertised for sale by the yard. Patterns described as neat and bold are offered alongside printed goods.
A fragmentary 19th or early 20th century advertisement lists embroidered lace silk and wool wraps, children's and misses Jersey blouses, and wool costumes. It mentions low prices, assorted colors, and multiple garment types but contains many garbled words and unclear shop details.
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